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Trump Pushes to Extend Federal Control of Washington Police, Eyes Broader Powers. U.S. President Donald Trump says he'll ask Congress to extend federal control over Washington D.C.'s police force beyond the 30 days allowed under current law — and he believes the move could serve as a model for other cities. Trump seized control of the Metropolitan Police this week under the D.C. Home Rule Act, citing emergency powers, and has deployed hundreds of federal officers and National Guard troops to the capital. He claims the city is plagued by crime and homelessness, despite statistics showing violent crime has fallen sharply since 2023. Mayor Muriel Bowser has called the shift a "partnership" but still reports to City Hall. Legal experts note there's no legal precedent for extending this takeover to other U.S. cities, and Congress — with a Democratic Senate — is unlikely to approve the plan. If lawmakers refuse, Trump says he may declare a national emergency, a move that's certain to face legal challenges.
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